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(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report

FRN:
0030297451
File Number:
CPR-143786
Submit Date:
07/09/2013
Call Sign:
WPXD-TV
Facility ID:
5800
City:
ANN ARBOR
State:
MI
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
07/09/2013
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Second Quarter of 2013

General Information

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Attachments Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application?

Applicant Information

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Applicant Name, Type, and Contact Information

Applicant Address Phone Email Applicant Type

Contact Representatives (0)

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Contact Name Address Phone Email Contact Type

Children's Television Information

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Section Question Response
Station Type Station Type Network Affiliation
Affiliated network ION
Nielsen DMA Detroit
Web Home Page Address

Digital Core Programming

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Question Response
State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream 3.0
State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream 336.0
State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: 45.0
Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes
Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? Yes

Digital Core Programs(32)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 32) Response
Program Title Jacob Two Two E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays / April 5th - June 28th / 11:00 a.m. ET/PT or 10:00 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on Mordecai Richler's books, Jacob Two Two is an animated show about the challenges of a little boy, the youngest of five siblings. Jacob is so small for his age he often repeats himself just so he can be heard. His parents are compassionate, but his siblings are not, and Jacob has to be resourceful and inventive in learning how to assert himself, overcome his fears, get along with others, and still enjoy his childhood. He manages to turn even the most inconsequential events into adventures with his friends, Buford and Renee. Every adventure teaches him a life lesson, from learning how to be responsible to figuring out how to manage a bully. In addition, there are implicit lessons that promote a love for learning and language development usually conveyed through Jacob's father, a full time writer.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (2 of 32) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 9:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 50
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (3 of 32) Response
Program Title Babar E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays / April 5th - June 28th / 11:30 a.m. ET/PT or 10:30 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Babar, based on the books by Laurent de Brunhoff, is an animated show about a young orphaned elephant who finds the strength to rise above the challenges he faces, including the death of his parents, as he journeys through life. Each episode of the show develops a social emotional message such as taking responsibility, being patient and persistent in hard work, respecting people's privacy, learning to cope with unforeseen changes, and being honest. These messages emerge from the need to resolve a dilemma that is faced by Babar, one of his friends or family members.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (4 of 32) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 52
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Exploration is a television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to zoos and aquariums. There's always something amazing happening. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role modes and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (5 of 32) Response
Program Title Animal Atlas E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays / April 1st - June 30th / 11:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Atlas provides visual information from original and detailed footage of animals. The fast moving clips of a variety of species allows viewers to compare and contrast differing physiologies and habitats. The animal subjects are presented as they move informally and comfortably through their living activities, and the narration is well informed and unobtrusive. The program uses an interactive segment with multiple choice questions about the animals covered. These questions have just the right level of engagement and are a worthwhile component of the program. The program's constant reinforcement of species differentiation will facilitate learning for young people between the ages of 13 to 16.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (6 of 32) Response
Program Title Where on Earth is Carmen Sandiego E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays / May 13th - June 30th / 2:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 7
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 10 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The primary educational goal of the series is to present world geography information in a manner that is appealing to and comprehensible by children between the ages of 10 to 12 years old. Each episode is designed to take the action to at least two places on our planet and provide the viewers with some information about each place. Additionally, each episode has a secondary topic designed to fit with the narrative, the focus of which may be culture, history, art, music, science, technology, or the like. The program provides the right balance of entertainment and information, and the information emerges as a natural part of the progression of the story rather than as a series of interruptions.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (7 of 32) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 7:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 91
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Exploration is a television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to zoos and aquariums. There's always something amazing happening. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role modes and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 32) Response
Program Title Where on Earth is Carmen Sandiego E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays / April 1st - June 30th / 2:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 10 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The primary educational goal of the series is to present world geography information in a manner that is appealing to and comprehensible by children between the ages of 10 to 12 years old. Each episode is designed to take the action to at least two places on our planet and provide the viewers with some information about each place. Additionally, each episode has a secondary topic designed to fit with the narrative, the focus of which may be culture, history, art, music, science, technology, or the like. The program provides the right balance of entertainment and information, and the information emerges as a natural part of the progression of the story rather than as a series of interruptions.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (9 of 32) Response
Program Title Willa's Wild Life E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Thursdays / April 4th - June 27th / 11:30 a.m. ET/PT or 10:30 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Willa's Wild Life, based on the book An Octopus Followed Me Home, by Dan Yaccarino, is an animated series centered on a six year old girl and her menagerie of animals. Willa lives at home with her father and pets, an elephant, a giraffe, a pair of performing seals, a bear, penguins, and lots of rabbits. In each episode, Willa faces a challenge at home, in school or in her neighborhood. With her animals and best friend Dooley as key elements of her team, Willa works on solutions to overcome her challenge. Together they find ways to maintain healthy friendships, experience success, develop competence, and become altruistic. With help from her animal friends, Willa figures out how to earn the things she wants by helping others. She learns to appreciate the friends that she has rather than trying to change to fit in with the cool group. She realizes that asking questions is better than jumping to conclusions. Whether at school, home or in the neighborhood, Willa finds a way to analyze her situation and learn from experience.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (10 of 32) Response
Program Title Zula Patrol E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 6:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 91
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the book series by Deborah Manchester, The Zula Patrol teaches science and astronomy facts to a target audience of children 6 to 10 years of age. The Zula Patrol is a group of six animated aliens, headed by Captain Bula, who carry out a variety of scientific space missions. During their missions, Captain Bula and his crew often encounter their foe, Dark Truder, and his minion, Traxie, who are trying to take over the universe. Over the course of the story, the audience learns different facts about specific space topics such as stars, planets, orbits, moons, asteroids, comets, gravity, and space probes. The information is then highlighted during a segment where crew member Professor Multo delivers his Multo Moments or summary of scientific facts from the story. Typically, the stories also provide a social emotional tag based on tolerance and non violent conflict resolution.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (11 of 32) Response
Program Title Turbo Dogs E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - June 30th / 8:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 65
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Turbo Dogs is an animated show based on the books, Racer Dogs, by Bob Kolar. The series follows a group of six dogs from Racerville who love to compete with one another in races. In each story, one or more of the dogs encounter and solve problems that teach them social emotional lessons on good sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, playing fair, and friendship. The show also imparts information on the mechanics of racing such as directionality and concepts of distance and time. The social emotional messages are embedded through the stories using action and humor. The tags at the end of each episode reiterate and establish the educational message learned by the dogs.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (12 of 32) Response
Program Title My Friend Rabbit E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - May 10th / 1:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 30
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. My Friend Rabbit is an animated show with two lead characters, Rabbit and Mouse, who work together to tackle challenges that are characteristic of the childhood experience. With each episode, Rabbit and Mouse, along with other friends, face a unique dilemma that compels them to think creatively about how to approach and solve their problem by trying out different solutions and persisting with new ideas when one fails.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (13 of 32) Response
Program Title Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - May 10th / 7:00 a.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 90
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog takes place in the village of Gnarly Woods. The characters are a group of late elementary school aged children. The children look like humans in that they have arms and legs but their coloring and hairstyles indicate that they are skunks, bears and hedgehogs. Alfred finds everything serious mysterious is usually joined by Milo, his best friend, a skunk who is a bit afraid, and Camille who is smart and imaginative. Alfred's love of all things technological helps him to solve the mystery every time.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (14 of 32) Response
Program Title Pearlie E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Wednesdays / April 3rd - June 26th / 11:30 a.m. ET/PT or 10:30 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Pearlie is an animated comedy series based on the children's book series, Pearlie the Park Fairy by Wendy Harmer. Pearlie is an optimistic, light hearted fairy who sees the good in everybody, but often gets into situations because her desire to help is larger than her capacity to deliver. Aimed for an audience within the 6 to 10 year old range, episodes focus on the importance of following the rules, using good judgment and learning how to avoid getting into trouble. Since Pearlie was appointed by Fairy Head Quarters to keep Jubilee Park in sparkling order, she has constant challenges with her basic goal of keeping everyone happy and making sure the park functions smoothly. Pearlie's nemesis and cousin, Saphira, often takes advantage of Pearlie's good nature which requires that Pearlie must also frequently outwit the park bully. In each episode, Pearlie approaches new tasks and problems with a great deal of enthusiasm, but without the organization required to get the job done. Through plot developments and with the assistance of her friends, Opal and Jasper, she learns what to do and what not to do in each situation so the park can be restored to order.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (15 of 32) Response
Program Title Zula Patrol E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 12:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the book series by Deborah Manchester, The Zula Patrol teaches science and astronomy facts to a target audience of children 6 to 10 years of age. The Zula Patrol is a group of six animated aliens, headed by Captain Bula, who carry out a variety of scientific space missions. During their missions, Captain Bula and his crew often encounter their foe, Dark Truder, and his minion, Traxie, who are trying to take over the universe. Over the course of the story, the audience learns different facts about specific space topics such as stars, planets, orbits, moons, asteroids, comets, gravity, and space probes. The information is then highlighted during a segment where crew member Professor Multo delivers his Multo Moments or summary of scientific facts from the story. Typically, the stories also provide a social emotional tag based on tolerance and non violent conflict resolution.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (16 of 32) Response
Program Title Dragon E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - June 30th / 12:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 65
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Inspired by children's everyday life, Dragon is an animated show based on the book series of the same name by author and illustrator, Dave Pilkey. The show follows a little blue dragon as he faces everyday issues. Using a simple and direct approach to life, Dragon learns new information and develops new skills primarily through trial and error. Dragon is friendly and helpful, but he tends to see things from a unique perspective and sometimes that leads to trouble. As each story unfolds, the audience learns to see things in different ways, much like Dragon, and they learn how to problem solve through ordinary challenges. Dragon shows how to take care of a pet, make new friends, or how to find the right hobby.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (17 of 32) Response
Program Title Mighty Machines E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 52
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Mighty Machines is designed to educate and inform children and can be a perfect teaching tool. It is a fascinating series featuring exciting live footage, friendly and informative characters, and delightful humor that teach children what machines do and teach them about the simple things they often wonder about, such as how do they make airplanes and where does recycling go?
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (18 of 32) Response
Program Title My Friend Rabbit E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - June 30th / 10:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 65
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. My Friend Rabbit is an animated show with two lead characters, Rabbit and Mouse, who work together to tackle challenges that are characteristic of the childhood experience. With each episode, Rabbit and Mouse, along with other friends, face a unique dilemma that compels them to think creatively about how to approach and solve their problem by trying out different solutions and persisting with new ideas when one fails.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (19 of 32) Response
Program Title 321 Penguins E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. 321 Penguins features two children, Jason and Michelle, whose vacation at their grandmother's cottage ends up being more adventure than they expect when their toy spaceship with four toy Penguins comes to life. The children are sucked into the spaceship, where they meet the now live Penguins and journey through space to solve an inter galactic disaster threatening the Penguins and their friends. Each story begins with a problem, a moral dilemma for one of the siblings that affects his or her relations with the other, and ends after the children have learned an important social emotional message through their adventure. The show communicates messages on topics such as honesty, being patient with others, and avoiding jealousy.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (20 of 32) Response
Program Title Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 10:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 78
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog takes place in the village of Gnarly Woods. The characters are a group of late elementary school aged children. The children look like humans in that they have arms and legs but their coloring and hairstyles indicate that they are skunks, bears and hedgehogs. Alfred finds everything serious mysterious is usually joined by Milo, his best friend, a skunk who is a bit afraid, and Camille who is smart and imaginative. Alfred's love of all things technological helps him to solve the mystery every time.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (21 of 32) Response
Program Title Zula Patrol E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 12:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the book series by Deborah Manchester, The Zula Patrol teaches science and astronomy facts to a target audience of children 6 to 10 years of age. The Zula Patrol is a group of six animated aliens, headed by Captain Bula, who carry out a variety of scientific space missions. During their missions, Captain Bula and his crew often encounter their foe, Dark Truder, and his minion, Traxie, who are trying to take over the universe. Over the course of the story, the audience learns different facts about specific space topics such as stars, planets, orbits, moons, asteroids, comets, gravity, and space probes. The information is then highlighted during a segment where crew member Professor Multo delivers his Multo Moments or summary of scientific facts from the story. Typically, the stories also provide a social emotional tag based on tolerance and non violent conflict resolution.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (22 of 32) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I QUBO
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - June 30th / 9:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 65
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (23 of 32) Response
Program Title Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog takes place in the village of Gnarly Woods. The characters are a group of late elementary school aged children. The children look like humans in that they have arms and legs but their coloring and hairstyles indicate that they are skunks, bears and hedgehogs. Alfred finds everything serious mysterious is usually joined by Milo, his best friend, a skunk who is a bit afraid, and Camille who is smart and imaginative. Alfred's love of all things technological helps him to solve the mystery every time.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (24 of 32) Response
Program Title Busy World of Richard Scarry E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / May 13th - June 30th / 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 35
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 9 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The series is specifically designed for pre school children and each program contains three ten minute stories. These stories are told thru animated animals usually on a quest for solve a mystery while also passing along informational and educational lessons.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (25 of 32) Response
Program Title Zula Patrol E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Wednesdays / April 3rd - June 26th / 11:00 a.m. ET/PT or 10:00 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the book series by Deborah Manchester, The Zula Patrol teaches science and astronomy facts to a target audience of children 6 to 10 years of age. The Zula Patrol is a group of six animated aliens, headed by Captain Bula, who carry out a variety of scientific space missions. During their missions, Captain Bula and his crew often encounter their foe, Dark Truder, and his minion, Traxie, who are trying to take over the universe. Over the course of the story, the audience learns different facts about specific space topics such as stars, planets, orbits, moons, asteroids, comets, gravity, and space probes. The information is then highlighted during a segment where crew member Professor Multo delivers his Multo Moments or summary of scientific facts from the story. Typically, the stories also provide a social emotional tag based on tolerance and non violent conflict resolution.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (26 of 32) Response
Program Title Mighty Machines E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - May 10th / 11:00 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 30
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Mighty Machines is designed to educate and inform children and can be a perfect teaching tool. It is a fascinating series featuring exciting live footage, friendly and informative characters, and delightful humor that teach children what machines do and teach them about the simple things they often wonder about, such as how do they make airplanes and where does recycling go?
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (27 of 32) Response
Program Title Marvin The Tap Dancing Horse E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - May 10th / 3:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 30
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Marvin the Tap Dancing Horse captures the hearts of kids with its charming tales of life in the carnival. Created by Betty and Michael Paraskevas, the series looks at nine year old Eddy Largo's adventures after he lands a summer job at the local carnival. He soon meets the stars of the show Marvin the Tap Dancing Horse, Diamonds the Elephant, Elizabeth the Pig and Stripes the Tiger, and discovers that they can communicate with one another. Together, they overcome many obstacles while enjoying the excitement of carnival life. Children learn the valuable lessons of friendship and family, and believing in themselves.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (28 of 32) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Sundays / April 1st - June 30th / 6:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 89
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (29 of 32) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / April 1st - May 10th / 4:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 30
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Exploration is a television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to zoos and aquariums. There's always something amazing happening. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role modes and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (30 of 32) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / April 1st - May 12th / 9:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 12
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (31 of 32) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays / April 1st - June 30th / 11:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Exploration is a television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to zoos and aquariums. There's always something amazing happening. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role modes and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (32 of 32) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Thursdays / April 4th - June 27th / 11:00 a.m. ET/PT or 10:00 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

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Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? Yes
Name of children's programming liaison Helen Skinner
Address 3975 Varsity Drive
City Ann Arbor
State MI
Zip 48108
Telephone Number 734-973-7900 x.201
Email Address helenskinner@ionmedia.com
Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3.

Other Matters (25)

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Other Matters (1 of 25) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Sundays / 7:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 91
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Exploration is a television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to zoos and aquariums. There's always something amazing happening. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role modes and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Other Matters (2 of 25) Response
Program Title Zula Patrol E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / 12:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the book series by Deborah Manchester, The Zula Patrol teaches science and astronomy facts to a target audience of children 6 to 10 years of age. The Zula Patrol is a group of six animated aliens, headed by Captain Bula, who carry out a variety of scientific space missions. During their missions, Captain Bula and his crew often encounter their foe, Dark Truder, and his minion, Traxie, who are trying to take over the universe. Over the course of the story, the audience learns different facts about specific space topics such as stars, planets, orbits, moons, asteroids, comets, gravity, and space probes. The information is then highlighted during a segment where crew member Professor Multo delivers his Multo Moments or summary of scientific facts from the story. Typically, the stories also provide a social emotional tag based on tolerance and non violent conflict resolution.
Other Matters (3 of 25) Response
Program Title Mighty Machines E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 52
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Mighty Machines is designed to educate and inform children and can be a perfect teaching tool. It is a fascinating series featuring exciting live footage, friendly and informative characters, and delightful humor that teach children what machines do and teach them about the simple things they often wonder about, such as how do they make airplanes and where does recycling go?
Other Matters (4 of 25) Response
Program Title Zula Patrol E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Sundays / 6:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 91
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the book series by Deborah Manchester, The Zula Patrol teaches science and astronomy facts to a target audience of children 6 to 10 years of age. The Zula Patrol is a group of six animated aliens, headed by Captain Bula, who carry out a variety of scientific space missions. During their missions, Captain Bula and his crew often encounter their foe, Dark Truder, and his minion, Traxie, who are trying to take over the universe. Over the course of the story, the audience learns different facts about specific space topics such as stars, planets, orbits, moons, asteroids, comets, gravity, and space probes. The information is then highlighted during a segment where crew member Professor Multo delivers his Multo Moments or summary of scientific facts from the story. Typically, the stories also provide a social emotional tag based on tolerance and non violent conflict resolution.
Other Matters (5 of 25) Response
Program Title Turbo Dogs E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / 8:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 65
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Turbo Dogs is an animated show based on the books, Racer Dogs, by Bob Kolar. The series follows a group of six dogs from Racerville who love to compete with one another in races. In each story, one or more of the dogs encounter and solve problems that teach them social emotional lessons on good sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, playing fair, and friendship. The show also imparts information on the mechanics of racing such as directionality and concepts of distance and time. The social emotional messages are embedded through the stories using action and humor. The tags at the end of each episode reiterate and establish the educational message learned by the dogs.
Other Matters (6 of 25) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Sundays / 6:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 91
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Other Matters (7 of 25) Response
Program Title Zula Patrol E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays / 8:00 a.m. ET/PT or 7:00 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the book series by Deborah Manchester, The Zula Patrol teaches science and astronomy facts to a target audience of children 6 to 10 years of age. The Zula Patrol is a group of six animated aliens, headed by Captain Bula, who carry out a variety of scientific space missions. During their missions, Captain Bula and his crew often encounter their foe, Dark Truder, and his minion, Traxie, who are trying to take over the universe. Over the course of the story, the audience learns different facts about specific space topics such as stars, planets, orbits, moons, asteroids, comets, gravity, and space probes. The information is then highlighted during a segment where crew member Professor Multo delivers his Multo Moments or summary of scientific facts from the story. Typically, the stories also provide a social emotional tag based on tolerance and non violent conflict resolution.
Other Matters (8 of 25) Response
Program Title Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / 10:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 78
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog takes place in the village of Gnarly Woods. The characters are a group of late elementary school aged children. The children look like humans in that they have arms and legs but their coloring and hairstyles indicate that they are skunks, bears and hedgehogs. Alfred finds everything serious mysterious is usually joined by Milo, his best friend, a skunk who is a bit afraid, and Camille who is smart and imaginative. Alfred's love of all things technological helps him to solve the mystery every time.
Other Matters (9 of 25) Response
Program Title Willa's Wild Life E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays / 9:30 a.m. ET/PT or 8:30 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Willa's Wild Life, based on the book An Octopus Followed Me Home, by Dan Yaccarino, is an animated series centered on a six year old girl and her menagerie of animals. Willa lives at home with her father and pets, an elephant, a giraffe, a pair of performing seals, a bear, penguins, and lots of rabbits. In each episode, Willa faces a challenge at home, in school or in her neighborhood. With her animals and best friend Dooley as key elements of her team, Willa works on solutions to overcome her challenge. Together they find ways to maintain healthy friendships, experience success, develop competence, and become altruistic. With help from her animal friends, Willa figures out how to earn the things she wants by helping others. She learns to appreciate the friends that she has rather than trying to change to fit in with the cool group. She realizes that asking questions is better than jumping to conclusions. Whether at school, home or in the neighborhood, Willa finds a way to analyze her situation and learn from experience.
Other Matters (10 of 25) Response
Program Title 321 Penguins E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays / 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. 321 Penguins features two children, Jason and Michelle, whose vacation at their grandmother's cottage ends up being more adventure than they expect when their toy spaceship with four toy Penguins comes to life. The children are sucked into the spaceship, where they meet the now live Penguins and journey through space to solve an inter galactic disaster threatening the Penguins and their friends. Each story begins with a problem, a moral dilemma for one of the siblings that affects his or her relations with the other, and ends after the children have learned an important social emotional message through their adventure. The show communicates messages on topics such as honesty, being patient with others, and avoiding jealousy.
Other Matters (11 of 25) Response
Program Title Babar E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays / 10:30 a.m. ET/PT or 9:30 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Babar, based on the books by Laurent de Brunhoff, is an animated show about a young orphaned elephant who finds the strength to rise above the challenges he faces, including the death of his parents, as he journeys through life. Each episode of the show develops a social emotional message such as taking responsibility, being patient and persistent in hard work, respecting people's privacy, learning to cope with unforeseen changes, and being honest. These messages emerge from the need to resolve a dilemma that is faced by Babar, one of his friends or family members.
Other Matters (12 of 25) Response
Program Title Pearlie E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays / 8:30 a.m. ET/PT or 7:30 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Pearlie is an animated comedy series based on the children's book series, Pearlie the Park Fairy by Wendy Harmer. Pearlie is an optimistic, light hearted fairy who sees the good in everybody, but often gets into situations because her desire to help is larger than her capacity to deliver. Aimed for an audience within the 6 to 10 year old range, episodes focus on the importance of following the rules, using good judgment and learning how to avoid getting into trouble. Since Pearlie was appointed by Fairy Head Quarters to keep Jubilee Park in sparkling order, she has constant challenges with her basic goal of keeping everyone happy and making sure the park functions smoothly. Pearlie's nemesis and cousin, Saphira, often takes advantage of Pearlie's good nature which requires that Pearlie must also frequently outwit the park bully. In each episode, Pearlie approaches new tasks and problems with a great deal of enthusiasm, but without the organization required to get the job done. Through plot developments and with the assistance of her friends, Opal and Jasper, she learns what to do and what not to do in each situation so the park can be restored to order.
Other Matters (13 of 25) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays / 9:00 a.m. ET/PT or 8:00 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Other Matters (14 of 25) Response
Program Title Jacob Two Two E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays / 10:00 a.m. ET/PT or 9:00 a.m. CT/MT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on Mordecai Richler's books, Jacob Two Two is an animated show about the challenges of a little boy, the youngest of five siblings. Jacob is so small for his age he often repeats himself just so he can be heard. His parents are compassionate, but his siblings are not, and Jacob has to be resourceful and inventive in learning how to assert himself, overcome his fears, get along with others, and still enjoy his childhood. He manages to turn even the most inconsequential events into adventures with his friends, Buford and Renee. Every adventure teaches him a life lesson, from learning how to be responsible to figuring out how to manage a bully. In addition, there are implicit lessons that promote a love for learning and language development usually conveyed through Jacob's father, a full time writer.
Other Matters (15 of 25) Response
Program Title Animal Atlas E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays / 11:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Atlas provides visual information from original and detailed footage of animals. The fast moving clips of a variety of species allows viewers to compare and contrast differing physiologies and habitats. The animal subjects are presented as they move informally and comfortably through their living activities, and the narration is well informed and unobtrusive. The program uses an interactive segment with multiple choice questions about the animals covered. These questions have just the right level of engagement and are a worthwhile component of the program. The program's constant reinforcement of species differentiation will facilitate learning for young people between the ages of 13 to 16.
Other Matters (16 of 25) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 52
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Exploration is a television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to zoos and aquariums. There's always something amazing happening. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role modes and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Other Matters (17 of 25) Response
Program Title Where on Earth is Carmen Sandiego E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays / 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 10 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The primary educational goal of the series is to present world geography information in a manner that is appealing to and comprehensible by children between the ages of 10 to 12 years old. Each episode is designed to take the action to at least two places on our planet and provide the viewers with some information about each place. Additionally, each episode has a secondary topic designed to fit with the narrative, the focus of which may be culture, history, art, music, science, technology, or the like. The program provides the right balance of entertainment and information, and the information emerges as a natural part of the progression of the story rather than as a series of interruptions.
Other Matters (18 of 25) Response
Program Title Busy World of Richard Scarry E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 PM ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 130
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 9 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The series is specifically designed for pre school children and each program contains three ten minute stories. These stories are told thru animated animals usually on a quest for solve a mystery while also passing along informational and educational lessons.
Other Matters (19 of 25) Response
Program Title Dragon E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / 12:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 65
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Inspired by children's everyday life, Dragon is an animated show based on the book series of the same name by author and illustrator, Dave Pilkey. The show follows a little blue dragon as he faces everyday issues. Using a simple and direct approach to life, Dragon learns new information and develops new skills primarily through trial and error. Dragon is friendly and helpful, but he tends to see things from a unique perspective and sometimes that leads to trouble. As each story unfolds, the audience learns to see things in different ways, much like Dragon, and they learn how to problem solve through ordinary challenges. Dragon shows how to take care of a pet, make new friends, or how to find the right hobby.
Other Matters (20 of 25) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays / 11:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal Exploration is a television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to zoos and aquariums. There's always something amazing happening. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role modes and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Other Matters (21 of 25) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays and Sundays / 9:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 52
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Other Matters (22 of 25) Response
Program Title My Friend Rabbit E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / 10:30 a.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 65
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. My Friend Rabbit is an animated show with two lead characters, Rabbit and Mouse, who work together to tackle challenges that are characteristic of the childhood experience. With each episode, Rabbit and Mouse, along with other friends, face a unique dilemma that compels them to think creatively about how to approach and solve their problem by trying out different solutions and persisting with new ideas when one fails.
Other Matters (23 of 25) Response
Program Title Zula Patrol E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays / 12:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the book series by Deborah Manchester, The Zula Patrol teaches science and astronomy facts to a target audience of children 6 to 10 years of age. The Zula Patrol is a group of six animated aliens, headed by Captain Bula, who carry out a variety of scientific space missions. During their missions, Captain Bula and his crew often encounter their foe, Dark Truder, and his minion, Traxie, who are trying to take over the universe. Over the course of the story, the audience learns different facts about specific space topics such as stars, planets, orbits, moons, asteroids, comets, gravity, and space probes. The information is then highlighted during a segment where crew member Professor Multo delivers his Multo Moments or summary of scientific facts from the story. Typically, the stories also provide a social emotional tag based on tolerance and non violent conflict resolution.
Other Matters (24 of 25) Response
Program Title Jane and the Dragon E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Fridays / 9:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 65
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Set in medieval times, Jane and the Dragon is an animated show based on Martin Baynton's best selling book about a middle class medieval girl named Jane. Jane is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight in Training after she demonstrates her courage by leaving the castle to conquer the local dragon. The giant green Dragon, whose sense of humor exceeds his ferocity, instead becomes Jane's best friend and a part of the castle community. In each episode, Jane encounters a challenge that tests her problem solving skills and requires her to demonstrate her strength of character as a Knight of the King's Guard. Sometimes Jane learns a moral lesson, and other times she uses her analytical ability to illustrate how a problem can be made less complicated and easily solved.
Other Matters (25 of 25) Response
Program Title Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog E/I Qubo
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays / 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. ET
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog takes place in the village of Gnarly Woods. The characters are a group of late elementary school aged children. The children look like humans in that they have arms and legs but their coloring and hairstyles indicate that they are skunks, bears and hedgehogs. Alfred finds everything serious mysterious is usually joined by Milo, his best friend, a skunk who is a bit afraid, and Camille who is smart and imaginative. Alfred's love of all things technological helps him to solve the mystery every time.

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